Academic Advisor

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 23,538,000 - 26,174,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is seeking an Academic Advisor to support students with degree planning and academic coaching. The role focuses on advising, registration assistance, and guiding students toward timely graduation.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in a part-time, on-site capacity. Responsibilities include advising on degree changes, coordinating with faculty and offices, and connecting students with resources to enhance academic success.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Knowledge of degree programs, course scheduling, and admissions processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
• Ability to learn student information management systems (Colleague, Slate).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize an efficient workflow.
• Ability to communicate with faculty and students on advising matters.
• Exposure to confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the course registration process at Southeastern Seminary and Judson College.
• Advise students on academic plans, degree planning, course selection, and degree changes.
• Coach students on study habits, time management, and goal setting for academic success.
• Help students meet graduation requirements within expected timeframes and prepare for future goals.
• Provide academic information to faculty, students, and other offices as requested.
• Serve as contact for general emails and phone calls; keep records of interactions.
• Connect students with resources (Writing Center, Library) as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Colleague

Slate

Job description

Academic Advisor Job DescriptionTitle: Academic AdvisorDepartment: Academic AdvisingDivision: Academic AdministrationSupervisor: Academic Advising CoordinatorStatus: Part Time (29 hrs/week)Pay: $11.33Hours of Operation: M-Th. 8:00am-5:00pm; F. 8:00am-4:00pmPossible to extend hours later into the evening and on Saturdays.Purpose of the JobThe Academic Advisor assists the Academic Advising Team and the Academic Advising. Coordinator in serving Southeastern students through Academic Advising and Coaching. The advisor assists students with degree planning to ensure our students successfully complete their program at Southeastern and Judson in a timely manner.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesAssist in the course registration process at Southeastern Seminary and Judson College.Advise students on academic plans, degree planning, course selection, and changing degree.Coach students with student success tips to help them achieve academic goals (i.e., study habits, note-taking skills, time-management skills, etc.).Work to position students to meet requirements for graduation within appropriate periods of time while preparing them to meet future goals.Provide academic information to faculty, students, and other administrative offices as requested.Serve as contact for general emails and phone calls.Keep records of student interactions.Connect students with other resources, as needed (e.g., Writing Center, Library, etc.).Work alongside and learn from student resources and services (e.g., Writing Center, Library, etc.).Additional tasks to assist the Office of Academic Administration.Knowledge and SkillsExcellent interpersonal skills (both written and verbal)Team PlayerKnowledge of the degree programs, course scheduling, and course offerings at Southeastern.Basic knowledge of the admissions process and how this relates to incoming and prospective students.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, etc.)Ability to learn student information management systems (Colleague, Slate, etc.)Ability to prioritize tasks and organize an efficient system of completing tasksAbility to communicate with Faculty and Students on issues relevant to Academic AdvisingExposure to Confidential InformationYesFiscal ResponsibilitiesNoneSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNonePhysical DemandsNormal fitness for general office dutiesWorking Conditions and EnvironmentAbility to take classes at the institution with prior scheduling approval by the Academic Advising CoordinatorQualificationsPreferably, students who have already completed a degree at Southeastern, or have been a student at Southeastern for at least two years.Track record of academic success and accomplishment.Preference for successful experience in the area of higher education.Ability to work up to 29 hours a week.